Define paint. Give its two properties

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Paint: - Paint is a mechanical dispersion mixture of one or more pigment in a vehicle.

Properties of paint:

1) Paint imparts opacity and colour to the surface on which it is applied.

2) It protects the surface against UV rays.

3) Paint provides resistance against abrasion, moisture and weather.

4) Paint imparts luster, gloss and durability to the surface on which it is applied.

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